| 1 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 |
Lexus IS vs. Kia Forte Price Comparison (MSRP)The sticker prices, before adjusting for remaining feature differences. Usually these are the numbers you will see on the window stickers.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Lexus IS vs. Kia Forte Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $23,440 Kia Forte SX | ||||
| Difference: $15,655 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $22,067 Kia Forte SX | ||||
| Difference: $14,343 | ||||
|
|
||||
Calculate Payments |
||||
|
|
||||
| Model Year | 2014 | 2014 | 2014 | 2012 |
| Model | IS | IS | IS | Forte |
| Trim | 250 | 350 | F | SX |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $36,100 | $39,615 | $63,600 | $19,100 |
| Base Invoice | $33,573 | $36,841 | $59,148 | $18,190 |
| Navigation system | 2,085 | 2,085 | 2,490 | |
| Cargo net | 64 | 40 | ||
| Technology Package | 1,800 | |||
| Sunroof | 750 | |||
| Leather Package | 1,000 | |||
| Navigation system | 1,927 | 1,927 | 2,300 | |
| Cargo net | 39 | 32 | ||
| Technology Package | 1,570 | |||
| Sunroof | 655 | |||
| Leather Package | 870 | |||
| Options (change) | 2,085 | 2,085 | 2,554 | 3,590 |
| Options (change) | 1,927 | 1,927 | 2,339 | 3,127 |
| Destination | 910 | 910 | 910 | 750 |
| Total Price | $39,095 | $42,610 | $67,064 | $23,440 |
| Total Invoice | $36,410 | $39,678 | $62,397 | $22,067 |
|
|
||||
While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices can change at any time.
Dealer Price Quotes
|
Want to find out how much dealers are willing to discount these cars? Request free, no-obligation Lexus IS dealer quotes or Kia Forte dealer quotes from dealers using our car quote form. The process is easy and takes just a minute or two. You'll receive price quotes from local approved dealers within 48 hours. |
TrueDelta Value Comparison: Lexus IS vs. Kia Forte
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Forte SX | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $13,565 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $12,397 | ||||
| Model Year | 2014 | 2014 | 2014 | 2012 |
| Model | IS | IS | IS | Forte |
| Trim | 250 | 350 | F | SX |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 204hp V6 | 306hp V6 | 416hp V8 | 173hp I4 |
| Transmission | T6 | T8 | T8 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 8 | ?, 8 | 194, 12 | ?, 6 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/45-17 | 225/45-17 | 225/40-19 | 215/45-17 |
| Total Price | $39,095 | $42,610 | $67,064 | $23,440 |
| Adjustments for Features | -2,090 | -2,290 | -4,405 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $37,005 | $40,320 | $62,659 | $23,440 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $3,315 | $25,654 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $36,410 | $39,678 | $62,397 | $22,067 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,946 | -2,132 | -4,098 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $34,464 | $37,546 | $58,299 | $22,067 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $3,082 | $23,835 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Lexus IS vs. Kia Forte
| Model Year | 2014 | 2014 | 2014 | 2012 |
| Model | IS | IS | IS | Forte |
| Trim | 250 | 350 | F | SX |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 | ||
| 8-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1300 | $1300 | ||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| FWD | $0 | |||
| Accessories | ||||
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | |||
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | |||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Rear side airbags | $300 | $300 | ||
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Cargo net | $40 | $40 | ||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | |||
| Second-row low console | $100 | |||
| Climate Control | ||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Ionizing air filtration | $50 | |||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | |||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Water-repellent front-door glass | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | |||
| Exterior | ||||
| Body kit | $0 | |||
| Carbon fiber rear spoiler | $300 | |||
| Infotainment | ||||
| App support | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | |||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Traffic information | $25 | |||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Analog clock | $25 | $25 | ||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | |||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | |||
| Heated mirrors | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | |||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | |||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | |||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | $500 | $500 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | |||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | ||
| Folding second row seats | $300 | $300 | $300 | |
| Heated front seats | $200 | $200 | ||
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | |||
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | $900 | $900 | ||
| Manual height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | |||
| Metal pedals | $75 | $75 | ||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |||
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Synthetic leather seating surfaces | $0 | $0 | ||
| Upholstered instrument cluster hood | $50 | $50 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $5,305 | $5,505 | $7,620 | $3,215 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $2,090 | $2,290 | $4,405 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -1,946 | -2,132 | -4,098 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Lexus IS vs. Kia Forte
| Model Year | 2014 | 2012 |
| Model | IS | Forte |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 110.2 in | 104.3 in |
| Length | 183.7 in | 178.3 in |
| Width | 71.3 in | 69.9 in |
| Height | 56.3 in | 57.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,462 lb. | 2,708 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 17.4 gal. | 13.7 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.2 in | 40.0 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 55.9 in | 55.7 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 54.3 in | 53.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 44.8 in | 43.3 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 36.9 in | 37.8 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 53.4 in | 54.7 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 54.0 in | 53.3 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 32.2 in | 35.0 in |
| Cargo Volume | 10.8 ft3 | 14.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Lexus IS 250
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | No |
| Remote app | 25 | No |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 875 | 95% |
| Total Not Requested | 50 | 5% |
Option Package Details
Lexus IS 350
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | No |
| Remote app | 25 | No |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 875 | 95% |
| Total Not Requested | 50 | 5% |
Option Package Details
Lexus IS F
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| HD radio | 50 | No |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| Remote app | 25 | No |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 88% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 12% |
Option Package Details
Kia Forte SX
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Ionizing air filtration | 50 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Additional chrome trim | 0 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1375 | 96% |
| Total Not Requested | 50 | 4% |
| Leather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Wiper de-icer | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 1250 | 98% |
| Total Not Requested | 25 | 2% |
Was this information useful?
We're glad we could help! Share this page: |
|
|
We're so sorry! Tell us how we can improve it. |
|
|
|
|
See TrueDelta's information for all Sedans and Convertibles.
See TrueDelta's information for all Lexus models.
